Juvenile Probation Officer John Findley retires with more than 30 years of service to...
Juvenile Probation Officer John Findley celebrated his retirement, Dec. 29, 2025, at the Elmore County Juvenile Courthouse, marking 32 years and 8 months of dedicated service. Throughout his career, Findley supervised juvenile offenders placed on probation, ensuring compliance with court-ordered conditions,...
HUD grants awarded to help fight homelessness in North Alabama
MONTGOMERY — Several agencies in North Alabama were provided much-needed funding to help fight homelessness thanks to grants announced by Gov. Kay Ivey. The funds from the Emergency Solutions Grant […] The post HUD grants awarded to help fight homelessness in North Alabama appeared first on 256 Today .
Rising flu cases in Alabama: Local health tips to stay safe
Preventative measures such as handwashing and covering coughs are still recommended amid the ongoing surge.
Confiscated machines raise questions on Alabama gambling laws
Two confiscated machines spark debate over Alabama gambling laws — we talked to state House representatives to hear both sides.
Alabama bills propose patriotic and religious changes in schools
Two proposed bills, SB5 and HB43, aim to introduce significant changes in Alabama's public K-12 schools by embedding patriotic and religious practices into daily routines. SB5 seeks to amend the Alabama Constitution to mandate that "The Star-Spangled Banner" be performed weekly in schools, with the first stanza...
Even after parole, some Alabamians can remain on supervision for the rest of their...
People sentenced to life in prison in Alabama may receive parole. But the almost 1,200 Alabamians who have done so are on supervision for the rest of their lives; are required to pay a $40 monthly fee and can lose their freedom for slightest infraction, even if they remained trouble free for decades. “We are […]
Body found in Alabama, investigation underway
ALABAMA — The Mobile Police Department is investigating a death reported Tuesday morning, according to an MPD spokesperson. Police said officers were dispatched at approximately 8:15 a.m. to the area of North Broad Street and Springhill Avenue after receiving a report of a deceased person. When officers arrived at...
Judge orders new trial for Alabama woman sentenced to prison after stillbirth
A Lee County judge vacated the conviction of a woman sentenced to 18 years in prison in 2020 after a stillbirth.
Multiple people arrested following drug bust in Alabama
ALABAMA — Walker County Sheriff Nick Smith announced that multiple people from across the United States have been arrested following a months-long investigation in the Empire community. According to Sheriff Smith, the investigation focused on a campground located near York Mountain Road and Blackberry Ridge Road. The...
U.S. Airman moves to Elmore County, promotes opportunity in the military
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Jenny Kim may have come from thousands of miles away, but she has quickly become a familiar face across Elmore County. Originally from a small town in Alaska, Kim was recently assigned to Maxwell Air Force Base as a recruiter. While she had the option of military housing or living closer to...
